Perched on a hill at the end of the road above the Toe River you’ll find Dougs Way, a modern cabin with picture windows that frame mountain views as if it were art. Surrounded by old oaks and loblolly pines, the property is quiet and offers unique choices. You’ll love the Japanese soaking tub, two sided fireplace, fast WiFi, shuffleboard table, turntable & records, gourmet kitchen, and the true craftsmanship found in the handmade details like the bent cherrywood “cloud” above the dining table! Dougs Way has plenty of room and inspiration! Just minutes from Penland School of Crafts America’s oldest and largest crafts school, this is a creative space with artists all over the region! Paint our stunning view, photograph the surrounding area, take a class at Penland, have a writers retreat, or catch up on your reading! Dougs Way is for artists of all kinds! The cabin is perfect for family vacations, writing/planning retreats, and get-togethers of all sorts. AMENITIES BEDS: 3 King, 1 Queen, 1 Queen foldout with memory foam mattress, 1 Queen and 1 Full Foldout Couch, and a Pack ‘n” Play Travel Crib. All beds include cotton sheets, pillows, and cozy blankets. ***Need additional space? Check out Dougs Way’s little sister, Conley House! It’s an Airbnb Plus property with 2 master suites and an office/3rd bedroom that can sleep up to 8. The cabin has stunning views of Mount Mitchell and is just 4 minutes away! Ask us for details. *** GENERAL - 4100 sq. ft. - Safe and private rural location - Double-sided fireplace - Firepot in courtyard - Over 3000 feet above sea level - stunning unobstructed views of Roan Mountain - Fast fiber optic internet - Mesh network for an even signal - Smart home features - 100+ gallons hot water, plus on-demand hot water for master suite - Whole house water filter system - Cleaning supplies and all the basics are included - Safety features like smart locks, exterior cameras, first aid, and emergency kit - Perks like chocolates and pantry staples FAMILY FRIENDLY - BPA-free sippy cups and tableware - Pack N’ Play with sheets - Booster seat high chair - Library of board games, books by local authors, and DVDs that were shot in the area - Two HE laundry rooms KITCHEN The kitchen is decked out with everything you need to cook for a crowd! - Instant Pot - Blender - Sharp knives with cutting boards - Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer - Made in the USA All Clad cookware - Bakeware - Fresh medium roast Fair Trade coffee beans - Assortment of teas - Burr-style coffee grinder - Coffee Press - Moka Pot (Espresso) - Mr. Coffee with Reusable Gold Filter - Instant Hot Water Dispenser On Sink - Roomy Refrigerator - Cooking Spray, Herbs & Spices - Desk with Office Chair with Views to the Deck OUTDOOR COURTYARD - Custom Made Fire Pot (wood not included) with Seating - Teak Outdoor Dining Table (seats 6) - Outdoor Seating and Lounge Chairs - Weber Charcoal Grill (charcoal not included) - Fire Extinguisher - Mountain views and river view in winter DINING - Dining Table (seats 8-10) - Kitchen Table (seats 4) - Kitchen Bar (seats 4) - Fireplace - Wet bar (un-stocked) with sink LIVING ROOM - Fireplace - Comfortable Couch w/ Queen-size Memory Foam Fold-out - Large HDTV with 4K Color and Smart Features - Mini Nintendo Game Systems with Preloaded Games - XBox One S (account required) - Cable Streaming using House Accounts for Hulu Live TV Plus Streaming (cable), Netflix and more - DVD BluRay Player - Sound Bar and Subwoofer (w/ Aux Cable to Play from Smart Devices) - Deck with Views to Roan Mountain MASTER BEDROOM - King Bed - HDTV with 4K Color - Cable Streaming Using House Accounts for Hulu Live TV Plus Streaming, Netflix, and more - Turn Table with Collection of Records - En Suite Bath: Japanese Soaking Tub Walk-in Shower Double Vanity Hair Dryer 5X Magnification Lighted Makeup Mirror Fluffy Towels, Hand Towels and Washcloths Beth Gel, Shampoo & Conditioner - Walk-in Closet with Built-in Dresser and Shelves - Washer and Dryer - Game Closet - Mountain View GUEST ROOM 1 (upstairs) - King Bed - Large Closet - Original Artwork - Mountain View GUEST ROOM 2 (downstairs) - King Bed - Dresser with Mirror - French Doors to Outside - Original Artwork - Mountain View GUEST ROOM 3 (downstairs – this is a pass through room) - Queen Bed - French Doors to Outside - Original Artwork - Mountain View from Small Private Deck HALL BATH (upstairs) - Shower/Tub Combo - Vanity with Medicine Cabinet - Hair Dryer - Bath Gel, Shampoo, Conditioner - Fresh Towels, Hand Towels & Washcloths HALF BATH (upstairs) - Handmade Sink by Fork Mountain Pottery - Vanity with Medicine Cabinet - Hair Dryer - First Aid Kit - Soap - Fresh Hand Towels & Washcloths HALL BATH (downstairs) - Shower/Tub Combo - Vanity with Medicine Cabinet - Hair Dryer - Bath Gel, Shampoo, Conditioner - Fresh Towels, Hand Towels & Washcloths DEN (downstairs) - HDTV with 4K Color and Smart Features - Cable Streaming using House Accounts for Hulu Live TV Plus Streaming, Netflix and more - Sound Bar with Bluetooth - DVD Player - 2 Comfortable Couches with Fold-out Beds (Queen and Full) - Sheets and Blankets for Fold-outs - Shuffleboard Table - Connect Four - Toys and Games for Kids KITCHENETTE (downstairs) - Toaster Oven - Coffee Press - Electric Tea Kettle - Coffee Grinder - Mini Refrigerator/Freezer - Game Table (seats 4) - First Aid Kit LAUNDRY ROOM (downstairs) - HE Large Capacity Washer and Dryer - Detergent - Fabric Softener ——- DOUGS WAY CAN BE RENTED TWO WAYS Dougs Way can be rented either as a whole house with both floors (4 beds, 3.5 baths), or, for limited dates, as the main floor only (2 beds, 2.5 baths). The floors are NEVER rented separately, as we know guests like privacy. Your group will be the only one on the property. If you want help finding the other listings please let us know. Guests have access to all areas of the grounds and the house except for 2 locked closets, the attic, and the utility area that is also locked. The garage is available to guests. ——- ABOUT THE HOUSE The big sister to Conley House, Doug's Way is an original Doug Sigler home. Doug Sigler was a well known woodworker at Penland and in the region. His designer touches can be seen throughout the house. When you are there note the tight dovetails and hand planing of the cherry wood cabinets. Our guests also enjoy the artwork, for instance the steel wall pieces which were commissioned for the cabin. These are accented with botanical prints by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and framed pages from books on architectural ironwork, plus smaller sculptures and art pieces that we have collected over the years. This cabin is homey and comfortable with all the trappings of craft and luxury. You’ll feel right at home. NEIGHBORHOOD The neighborhood is upscale, quiet and safe. Most of the homes in the neighborhood were also built by Doug Sigler. The property is situated above the North Toe River, which can be heard rustling along from the decks that wrap around both sides of the cabin. ——- PROXIMITY 1.9 miles (m.) - Penland School of Crafts 9.1 m. - Ingles Market, a full-service grocery store with traditional, natural and organic selections and a full-service pharmacy. 4.8 m. - Downtown Spruce Pine & Riverside Park 13 m. - Walmart, Spruce Pine 14 m. - National Mineral Museum 13 m. - Mount Mitchell State Park 16 m. - Roan Mountain State Park 19 m. - Lake James State Park 28 m. - Jonas Ridge (snow tubing) 33 m. - Downtown Asheville 34 m. - Sugar Mountain (skiing) 5.2 m. - Hospital & ER ——- THINGS TO DO When you register you will be sent a PDF booklet with all sorts of thing to do, broken into types of excursions and parts of the region. Here are some highlights. - Hike Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, Roan Mountain, and Mt Mitchell - Go on Studio Tours (pottery, glass, basketry, metal, fibers and more!) - Take a class at Penland School of Crafts, America’s oldest and largest craft school - Tour Penland’s beautiful campus - Visit the Mayland Earth to Sky Park and see some of the best stargazing in the Blue Ridge - Eat at farm to table restaurants that celebrate local ingredients! - Go rock hounding - Visit the National Mineral Museum - Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway! - Play at Springmaid Mountain - Ski at Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Wolf Laurel - Swim at Brad Ragan Park or Lake James - Picnic at Riverside Park - Go Floating: Kayak, Tubing, Canoeing, WW rafting (bring your own or rent) - Swimming, Biking, Zip Lines, Horseback Riding - Fishing - Rock Climbing & Hiking - Farm Tours, Farmers Markets & Agri-tourism of all kinds - U-Pick Fruit - including heritage apples native to the area at Alta Pass Orchard - Shopping & Antiquing - Visit Wineries & Craft Breweries - Shop for Fine Craft, Visit Artist Studios & Galleries - See TRAC Studio Map for details - Tour historic Dellingers Grist Mill dating back to 1867 VISITING IN THE OFF-SEASON Views in winter are amazing! Hiking the Roan or to waterfalls can be spectacular with almost no one else on the trail. However, in winter (usually mid-December through February or mid-March) some businesses keep different hours or even close, while others do creative things like popup restaurants and special winter openings. If you are concerned about what might be available please ask us. We'd be happy to assist you in deciding if visiting in the off-season would be a good fit. ——- OTHER THINGS TO KNOW WHAT IS THE ROAD LIKE? IS 4-WHEEL DRIVE NECESSARY? 4-Wheel/All Wheel drive is not necessary. We visited the region for years in a Honda sedan without issue. Rear wheel drive vehicles with low ground clearance (like hatchbacks and several mini-vans), as well as light vehicles (Prius and 2-wheel drive trucks), are not ideal and take the most experience to drive in NC. The way to the cabin is almost entirely on paved roads. The last 1-2 minutes is on a gravel road with one steep spot just before you turn onto our lane which is flat. FALL FOLIAGE: Typically fall foliage begins October 1 and, barring an early frost, ends the first week of November. It usually peaks around the 20th through late October. PHONE SERVICE: Verizon is the primary mobile carrier for the area. Other mobile users are encouraged to check their carrier's coverage in the region. Feel free to enable Internet Calling on your mobile device and use your phone over our WiFi network. ——- Guests have access to all areas of the grounds and the house, except for 2 locked closets and the utility area that is also locked. The garage is available using the door opener. We live off-site and are very responsive by phone, text, and email. If you need recommendations on what to do in the area, directions, or have a question about the property, we are always more than happy to help. While we do not live close-by, we do have many local resources to help out should onsite assistance be needed. We will do everything we can to make sure you enjoy every minute of your getaway. Located at the end of the road, the home is safe, private, and quiet, yet is just 15 minutes from restaurants and shopping in Spruce Pine and Burnsville, and 48 miles to Asheville. Doug Sigler was a well known artist who built many homes in the area. He moved to Penland, like the hundreds of other artists in the town, to be close to Penland School of Crafts, America's oldest and largest craft school. The region is filled with hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor activities in abundence. GPS is not correct. Directions and access instructions will be emailed to you prior to arrival. There is no public transportation and currently Uber and Lift are not available. WHAT IS THE ROAD LIKE? IS 4-WHEEL DRIVE NECESSARY? 4-Wheel/All Wheel drive is not necessary. We visited the region for years in a Honda sedan without issue. Rear wheel drive vehicles with low ground clearance (like hatchbacks and several mini-vans), as well as light vehicles (small trucks), are not ideal and might take more experience to drive in steep sections. The way to the cabin is almost entirely on paved roads. The last 1-2 minutes is on a gravel road with one steep spot just before you turn onto our lane which is flat. FALL FOLIAGE: Typically fall foliage begins October 1 and, barring an early frost, ends the first week of November. It usually peaks around the 20th through late October. PHONE SERVICE: Verizon is the primary mobile carrier for the area. Other mobile users are encouraged to check their carrier's coverage in the region.